Month: April 2022

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) celebrates Better Hearing & Speech Month (BHSM) every May. This is a time to help spread awareness of communication disorders—such as hearing loss—and promote some of the life-altering treatments and prevention measures that are out there. If you’ve ever been concerned about hearing loss, read on! Connecting People This year, …

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An estimated 1 in 3 adults, 65 and older, have some degree of impaired hearing. Hearing loss impacts over 48 million people, making it the third most pervasive health condition people live with today. Though it is common, hearing loss still remains relatively undertreated. In fact, it takes an average of 7 years from the …

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Though there have been significant innovations in hearing healthcare, there are still numerous misconceptions about hearing loss. These misconceptions often contribute to a delay in treatment. In fact, it is estimated that only one-third of people who could benefit from treatment, actually receive it. Untreated hearing loss has multifaceted effects that can impact overall health …

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